Lyndell
Lyndell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Valley of linden trees or linden hill.
Origin and history
Lyndell is an English given name derived from topographic surname roots meaning 'valley of linden trees'. Historically used as both a masculine and feminine name, it remains uncommon in the United States. Its usage peaked in the mid-20th century, retaining a soft, vintage feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,965 babies in the United States have been named Lyndell since 1880. It ranks #2902 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1883.
States where it is most popular
- IL (29 %)
- TX (24.9 %)
- OK (16.3 %)
- AR (9 %)
- MO (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 130 |
| 1930-1940 | 220 |
| 1940-1950 | 263 |
| 1950-1960 | 299 |
| 1960-1970 | 315 |
| 1970-1980 | 201 |
| 1980-1990 | 148 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 96 |
| 2010-2019 | 75 |
| 2020-2029 | 44 |
Famous people named Lyndell
- Lyndell Jones: American football player
Nicknames
Lyn, Lindy
Fun facts
- The name combines the Old English elements 'lind' (linden tree) and 'dæl' (valley) or 'hyll' (hill).
- Lyndell saw its highest U.S. registration numbers in the mid-20th century before becoming a rare choice.